Senior Data Engineer Role at National Defense University
Overview
The National Defense University seeks a seasoned Data Engineer to architect scalable data pipelines for intelligence analysis. This Title 10 Excepted Service appointment involves leading graduate-level instruction and research within the National Intelligence College. The ideal candidate will own data infrastructure and mentor students while driving innovative solutions for complex security challenges.
What You'll Do11
- 1Design Build Test Deploy Secure Data Pipelines Using Spark Airflow Kubernetes
- 2Lead Curriculum Development For Classified Intelligence Courses At NIC
- 3Mentor Graduate Students Through Research Projects And Academic Advising
- 4Conduct Advanced Research On Emerging Technologies And Cyber Threats
- 5Collaborate With Joint Stakeholders To Integrate Intelligence Products Into Educational Environments
- 6Maintain Accreditation Standards While Advocating For Innovative Learning Solutions
- 7Serve As Committee Chair For Graduate Research Initiatives
- 8Represent NIC At National Meetings And Industry Symposia
- 9Develop Partnerships Across Government And Private Sector For Knowledge Exchange
- 10Perform Compliance Audits To Ensure Institutional Excellence Requirements
- 11Support Faculty In Curriculum Innovation And Program Development
Requirements11
- 1Earned Master's Degree Or Doctoral Degree From Regionally Accredited Institution In National Security Field
- 2Minimum 5+ Years Building ETL Pipelines With Spark Airflow
- 3Demonstrated Expertise In Data Analytics And Artificial Intelligence Applications
- 4Proven Leadership In Teaching Graduate-Level Intelligence Programs
- 5Special Sensitive Top Secret Clearance Required With Valid Background Investigation
- 68+ Years Of Full-Time Graduate Teaching Experience With 3+ Years At Graduate Level
- 7Evidence Of Scholarship Publications And Recognition In Intelligence Communities
- 8Experience Leading Joint Military Operations And Cross-Agency Collaboration
- 9Strong Interpersonal Skills For Working In Collaborative Environments
- 10International Education Credentials Evaluated For Equivalency
- 11Commitment To Improving Federal Government Efficiency Through Technical Innovation
Salary Insight
$77 - $183k per year
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